1954 Austin Princess vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Austin | MCC |
| Model | Princess | Smart |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
